Donna Adelson has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for her role in the 2014 murder-for-hire of her former son-in-law, Daniel Markel. Markel, a Florida State University law professor, was killed amid a contentious custody battle with Adelson’s daughter. The 75-year-old was convicted of first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation, receiving additional consecutive sentences. Adelson has maintained her innocence and plans to appeal, although the court found the evidence clear.
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AP News: In Madagascar, President Andry Rajoelina was ousted following weeks of youth-led protests sparked by issues such as poverty and power outages. After Parliament voted to impeach Rajoelina, who fled the country, the military announced its intention to form a council and appoint a prime minister. The military suspended the constitution, and a referendum is expected to take place in two years. Despite Rajoelina’s attempts to dissolve parliament, lawmakers moved forward with the impeachment, leading to the current political upheaval.
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General Motors anticipates a $1.6 billion negative impact in the next quarter due to the elimination of EV tax incentives and relaxed emissions regulations in the U.S. The company will book charges including impairment and other charges of $1.2 billion due to EV capacity adjustments. Additionally, $400 million in charges will result from contract cancellation fees and commercial settlements tied to EV-related investments. These shifts come amid a changing landscape as the government eases incentives for EVs, leading to reduced pressure on automakers, while competition increases from Chinese manufacturers like BYD.
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D’Angelo, the acclaimed R&B and soul singer, passed away Tuesday at the age of 51 after a battle with cancer, as confirmed by his family. The family expressed their heartbreak while also celebrating his musical legacy, which includes the influential debut album “Brown Sugar” and the hit song “Lady.” His loved ones acknowledged the enduring impact of his music and requested privacy during this difficult time. D’Angelo’s contributions to the music world will be remembered and celebrated.
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The capital city of Antananarivo experienced a wave of jubilation beginning early Monday, fueled by anticipation of political change. Impeachment proceedings against President Andry Rajoelina were initiated by MPs, followed by a military takeover announcement. Despite the uncertain future, citizens expressed optimism that the most difficult period was over. Crowds gathered at the Town Hall, with some displaying signs demanding the removal of Rajoelina and referencing unconfirmed reports of French involvement.
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The Supreme Court has upheld the $1.4 billion judgment against Alex Jones for his false claims that the 2012 Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting was a hoax. Jones had appealed, arguing a trial should have been held to assess the allegations by the victims’ families; however, the justices did not comment on their order. Jones filed for bankruptcy and is also appealing a separate $49 million judgment in Texas. Currently, the liquidation of Infowars’ assets is underway, with efforts to sell off assets moving to a Texas state court.
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Carrie Romney, the sister-in-law of former U.S. Senator Mitt Romney, was discovered deceased near a Valencia parking garage on Friday evening. Initial reports suggest she may have either jumped or fallen from the garage, but the official cause of death is currently deferred pending toxicology results. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is actively investigating the death. Mitt Romney served as the Governor of Massachusetts, the GOP nominee in 2012 and the senator of Utah.
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An investigation by the Denton County Sheriff’s Office cleared the Tarrant County Jail of criminal wrongdoing in the death of Kimberly Phillips, who died of malnutrition and dehydration. Despite the investigation’s findings, advocates argue that Phillips’ death was preventable with proper care. Medical records revealed Phillips, who had a history of mental illness and a documented paranoia about food, refused most meals during her three weeks in jail before being sent to the hospital. The investigation determined that staff followed existing policies, but critics suggest these policies may be inadequate, especially when dealing with inmates refusing care.
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AP News reports that the FBI has arrested Teviyon L. Powell, William Bryant, and Morgan Lattimore on capital murder charges, and Latoya A. Powell on attempted murder charges following a mass shooting in Leland, Mississippi, that left six dead and over a dozen injured during homecoming weekend celebrations. Authorities indicate the gunfire was likely triggered by a disagreement, but have not disclosed a specific motive, with further arrests anticipated as the investigation continues. The shooting, one of several over the weekend, occurred shortly after a high school football game, leaving a devastating scene in the small town. Additionally, other shootings occurred at two Mississippi universities, Alcorn State and Jackson State, with one fatality reported at Alcorn State and a juvenile injured at Jackson State.
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